Choosing between sea and air freight is the most important decision in an international household move. This comparison helps Indian families and assignees pick the right mode.
Choosing between sea and air freight is the most important decision in an international household move. This comparison helps Indian families and assignees pick the right mode.
| Factor | Sea freight | Air freight |
|---|---|---|
| Transit time | 8–12 weeks port-to-port | 7–14 days port-to-port |
| Cost per CFT | Lower — economical for volume | Higher — premium for speed |
| Best volume | 400 CFT+ (2 BHK and above) | Up to ~400 CFT |
| Container | FCL dedicated or LCL shared | Air pallets / ULD |
| Customs | Standard — more documentation time | Faster clearance cycle |
| Best for | Full home, flexible dates | Urgent, partial, executive |
Share origin, destination, home size and preferred dates. A dedicated MoveNXT manager responds within one business day.
Room-by-room packing, labelled inventory and export-grade materials at origin.
Closed containers with sealed loading and status updates throughout transit.
Transit cover matched to inventory value; interim storage if possession is delayed.
Single contact from survey through unpacking — no handoffs between teams.
Yes. Urgent essentials by air; bulk of home by sea — scoped at survey.
Yes. Export-grade packing and container sealing protect goods. Insurance recommended.